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Ethical dilemmas associated with small samples.

J S Ford1, L I Reutter

  • 1Faculty of Nursing, University of Alberta, Edmonton, Canada.

Journal of Advanced Nursing
|February 1, 1990
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This study explores ethical challenges in qualitative research with small participant groups. It examines conflicts related to autonomy, non-maleficience, and beneficience, raising awareness for further ethical research discussions.

Area of Science:

  • Social Sciences
  • Research Ethics
  • Qualitative Methodology

Background:

  • Qualitative research often involves small sample sizes.
  • Ethical considerations are paramount in human participant research.
  • Navigating ethical dilemmas in small-scale studies presents unique challenges.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To describe ethical dilemmas encountered in qualitative research with small samples.
  • To explore ethical conflicts using principles of autonomy, non-maleficience, and beneficience.
  • To enhance awareness of special ethical concerns in small-participant research.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative research methodology.
  • Analysis of ethical dilemmas from authors' research experiences.
  • Exploration of conflicts based on established ethical principles.
Keywords:
Bioethics and Professional EthicsBiomedical and Behavioral Research

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Main Results:

  • Identification of specific ethical dilemmas in small-sample qualitative research.
  • Examples of conflicts related to autonomy, non-maleficience, and beneficience.
  • Recognition that definitive resolutions for these conflicts are often lacking.

Conclusions:

  • Small-sample qualitative research poses distinct ethical considerations.
  • Increased awareness of these ethical concerns is needed.
  • Further study and debate are required to address these special ethical issues.